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SICAP Project Officer (Part-time, Fixed-Term Contract) The Position Meath Partnership is seeking a dynamic professional to join our Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) team as a Project Officer, supporting individuals aged 16-25 from SICAP target groups to access and progress through education, training, lifelong learning and employment opportunities. This role aims to reduce barriers to education and employment by providing tailored, participant-centred support that builds confidence, soft skills and vocational skills. Through one to one support and group based interventions, the Project Officer will support participants to identify educational and employment goals, navigate available education and training pathways and progress towards personal, educational and social outcomes. The role includes engagement with hard to reach individuals and the promotion of inclusive, community-based learning opportunities. This role is central to the delivery of targeted SICAP supports under Goal 2, which focuses on supporting disadvantaged individuals, children and families to progress their formal education and participate in lifelong learning, to progress into employment or self-employment and to improve their soft skills and wellbeing. Working through an interagency and community-led approach, this post requires excellent interpersonal skills and a flexible, solutions focused attitude. Key Accountabilities Reporting to the Social Inclusion Manager, the SICAP Project Officer will be responsible for: 1. Individual Mentoring and Progression Support Desirable Skills, Abilities and Experience Practical understanding of working with disadvantaged communities and the challenges they experience. Ability to interpret and implement operational plans and organisational policies. Skilled in managing caseloads efficiently, while adhering to timelines, reporting requirements and budget constraints. Previous experience in delivering training directly. Strong commitment to the values of community participation, social inclusion and diversity. Experience in the management of sensitive data and confidential information. Knowledge and understanding of the range of social inclusion supports and services available in Co. Meath Terms of Employment One part time, fixed term position is available, working 22.5 hours (3 days) per week. The role will require some evening and occasional weekend work. A full driving licence and access to own transport is essential due to the outreach services associated with the position. This post may be subject to Garda Vetting in line with Meath Partnerships policy. Duration This is a one year fixed term contract. Any extension to the contract of employment will be subject to the availability of funding and the continuation of SICAP programme services. Location Successful candidates will be based in Meath Partnership’s Head Offices, located at Units J & K, Kells Business Park, Cavan Road, Kells, County Meath. Meath Partnership is committed to ensuring a satisfactory work-life balance for its employees. As such, hybrid-working and flexi-time arrangements will apply to this position. Salary This post is aligned to the Project Officer salary scale. The starting salary range for this appointment is €38,500.00 - €47,350.14 per annum (Points 1-8). Appointment will normally be made at Point 1 of the scale. Placement above Point 1 may be considered, in accordance with the Organisation’s Salary Scales Policy and having regard to directly relevant experience, specialist skills and qualifications. Leave The annual leave entitlement is twenty (20) days per annum, pro-rata for shorter periods. Entitlement to leave for Public Holidays is in accordance with the terms of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997. Meath Partnership closes for five (5) days at Christmas; this time is additional to the annual leave entitlement detailed above. Application Process To apply, please submit the following to info@meathpartnership.ie : A brief cover letter including personal statement demonstrating how you meet the above-mentioned requirements for the position (no more than 500 words) which must communicate your relevant experience A curriculum vitae summarising your qualifications and work experience to date. Applications should be clearly marked “SICAP Project Officer”. Applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of information provided in their application. Closing Date The closing date for applications is 5pm on Tuesday, 14th April 2025. Late applications will not be considered. Meath Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and encourage these individuals to bring their experiences and perspectives to Meath Partnership. All information will be held in line with Meath Partnerships GDPR policies.
Personal Assistants Needed
PERSONAL ASSISTANTS NEEDED Job Title : Personal Assistants Location: Navan Pay: €16- €16.50 (depending on experience) Anti-Social and Sunday rates apply Hours: 10-30 hours per week. Typical roster would be 10am- 5pm Monday to Sunday. JOB DESCRIPTION The ÁT Network is an organisation that work alongside people with disabilities- who we call Leaders, to support them to lead their own service through the recruitment and employment of Personal Assistants. The Personal Assistants are employed to support the Leader to live an independent and self-directed life by assisting both at the home and in the community. This is a personal assistant role not a care role. Duties · Assistance with domestic needs (cooking, cleaning, shopping etc) · Assisting the Leader to attend appointments so the ability and willingness to drive the Leader’s manual car is essential. · Assisting the Leader to engage in social, political, and cultural life. Essential Qualifications/Requirements · Must be willing to complete mandatory training sessions and Garda Vetting. · Must be eligible to work in Ireland and live locally to the Leader. · Fluency in the English language. · Must have a proven ability to listen and to follow instruction. · Proven ability to understand that the Leader knows what is in their own best interest and can make decisions for themselves. · Must have a full clean driving licence and be willing to drive Leader’s manual car. · Sociable and a good sense of humour, as well as an ability to work quietly and to respect the light, and sound sensitivities of the disabled individual. · Must be flexible, open, and honest and have the ability to work on own initiative. Desirable Qualities · An understanding of the United Nations Declaration of Rights for Disabled People and the concept of Independent Living that the Declaration contains. · An understanding of social model of disability, and of why the Charity and Medical models are not helpful. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Ireland. Applicants for the position must provide two suitable references and employment offers are contingent on those references and on the completion of the Garda Vetting. If interested, please click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV and a cover letter stating why you want and are suitable for this role. Closing date: 21/04/2026
Carpenters/Joinery Fitters
Teamwoodcraft is an award winning joinery seeking Carpenters/Joinery Fitters/3rd or 4th year apprentices to work alongside our existing fitting team onsite. Duties will include fitting of bar joinery (i.e. counters, panelling, screens, doors and frames). Experience preferred but training can be given if eager to learn. Salary DOE.
Bookkeeper
Part-Time Bookkeeper E&M McGrath Plant Hire Ltd are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team (part-time hours). Hybrid working may be possible, can be discussed. Location: Office in Newcastle, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary Main duties include: • Monthly/quarterly accounts • Bank/debtor/creditor reconciliations • Bookkeeping in QuickBooks • VAT returns & Revenue filings • Weekly payroll using Thesaurus Requirements: Click the APPLY NOW button to upload your CV
Afterschool Assistant
Ballyglass Childcare Centre , Claremorris, Co. Mayo are seeking applications for the role of Afterschool Assistant Rate of Pay: From €15.50 per hour Pay above ERO Rate Closing Date: 3rd April 2026 Ballyglass Community Childcare Centre is an equal opportunity employer.
Early Year’s Educator
Ballyglass Childcare Centre , Claremorris, Co. Mayo are seeking applications for the role of Early Year’s Educator Rates of Pay: Pay above ERO Rate Closing Date: 3rd April 2026 Ballyglass Community Childcare Centre is an equal opportunity employer.
Cleaner for Holiday Homes
Mountain View Cottages, Tralee, Co. Kerry are Hiring! At Mountain View Cottages, we pride ourselves on offering guests a relaxing stay in beautiful surroundings. We are now looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Cleaner to join our team and help us keep our cottages in pristine condition. The Role Working hours: 20- 25 hours a week. 5 days per week (including weekends), usually 4/5 hours per day, 2 days off As a Cleaner, you will play an important part in ensuring each cottage is welcoming, and ready for our guests to enjoy. Responsibilities include: PLEASE NOTE THIS JOB IS LOCATED IN TRALEE!
Advocacy Worker - 2 Days Per Week
Advocacy Worker for Parents of Children In Care – 2 days per week (Wed/Thurs) - Part-time, Permanent Contract. Annual Fixed Salary: € 18,447 Location: On site / Ennis, Co. Clare, Ireland Job type: Permanent / Part-Time - 2 Days per Week Sector and subsector: Voluntary/Charity | General Annual Fixed Salary: € 18,447 Clarecare is a professional accredited social enterprise with charitable status, providing a range of person-centred services for over 58 years to individuals and families in Co. Clare. Current services include Family Support, Older Person Services and Bushypark Residential Addiction Treatment Centre. Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Bushypark, Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Our Vision: is to be the trusted quality care provider within our communities by supporting individuals and families to reach their full potential. Our Mission: is to provide person-centred services to individuals and families within our communities. Our Core Values: • Collaborate • Accountability • Respect • Empathy • Trust Clarecare’s Family Support Service Clarecare Community Based Family Support Service is a service funded by Tusla and is part of a broad range of support services provided by Clarecare in County Clare. The Family Support Service offers individual and group support for parents, and individual support for children and adolescents. Working from a relationship-based practice approach, our professional family support staff aim to enhance parenting, family relationships and communication; and improve resilience, safety and wellbeing in all aspects of a child’s life. Job Description Advocacy Worker for Parents of Children In Care – 2 days per week (Wed/Thurs) - Part-time, Permanent Contract Please note: Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 1st April 2026 at Clarecare Ennis Advocacy Service: The Clarecare Advocacy Service provides support for parents whose children are in the care of the Child and Family Agency, Tusla (foster care or residential care) in Co. Clare. The service aims to support parents to be actively and positively involved in their children’s lives while they are in care. The advocacy service supports parents whose children are in the care of the Child and Family Agency, Tusla in Co. Clare. The Service Offers: One-to one support and group information sessions Support to parents in preparing for child-in-care meetings and accompaniment to meetings if they wish. Support to parents in putting their point of views across at Tusla meetings and to be involved in their child’s care plan. JOB RELATIONS: The Advocacy Worker will report to the Family Support Services Manager or designate and work as part of a multi-disciplinary Family Support Services team. The Clarecare Family Support Services Manager has overall responsibility for Family Support Services. DURATION OF CONTRACT: 2 days per week, part-time permanent contract of employment. DAYS/HOURS OF WORK: Working Wednesday & Thursday per week from 9.30 a.m. - 5pm daily (inclusive of 30 mins daily break). This position may involve evening or weekend work (as required) and flexibility is required regarding your days/hours of work to ensure operational needs are met. ANNUAL LEAVE: Annual Leave entitlement is 10.5 days per full leave year (Jan-Dec) for this 2 days per week, part-time role. This entitlement excludes Public Holidays. JOB LOCATION: The office base for this position is currently in Ennis, Co. Clare. This is an on-site role – remote/hybrid working does not apply. The successful candidate may, if required, be assigned by the Chief Executive Officer/Family Support Services Manager or designate; to Clarecare’s other places of business/centre locations. You will be given as much notice of any such change of place of work as is reasonably practicable. TRAVEL FOR WORK: You will be required to use your private car to travel for work purposes and must indemnity Clarecare on your private motor insurance policy in respect of same. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: Specific Responsibilities: Essential Requirements : A nationally recognised CORU approved third level qualification to a minimum of Degree level in Social Care or Applied Social Studies (Level 7 QQI) or Health & Social Care Professionals approved qualification. AND Have applied for CORU registration on the Social Care Workers Register (evidence of application will be necessary) OR Be registered in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU. Minimum of 3 years relevant paid employment experience (post qualification) working directly with vulnerable children/young people and their families/caregivers in an advocacy role. Ability to demonstrate an empathetic understanding of the issues/dilemmas which may arise for parents with children in the care of TUSLA Ability to demonstrateempathetic understanding of the issues that vulnerable children and families may encounter which lead to a child’s reception into care. Experience of liaising with services and advocating on behalf of service users. Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with service users, staff and other agencies. Ability to foster good working relationships with internal staff/external agencies and organisations. Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills with service users, team members and other statutory and voluntary agencies. Ability to always maintain professional and personal boundaries. Experience of facilitating groups. Demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation including the Child Care Act 1991, Children’s First Act (2015), Children First National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children (2017) and an in-depth knowledge of the child in care system and foster care Proficient computer skills, including use of Microsoft Word, Outlook and the use of the internet as a research tool. Ability toDemonstrate flexibility and excellent organisational skills as the role requires the capacity to work in a demanding post; managing time, commitments and priorities effectively Ability to work as part of a team and to use one’s own initiative when required. A positive ‘fit to work’ medical. A positive Garda Vetting Disclosure through Clarecare. Two positive employment references from current/most recent employer(s). Full driving licence with insurance indemnity to Clarecare. As part of your role duties/responsibilities, you will be required to carry clients in your own private vehicle and to indemnify Clarecare under your private motor insurance policy. Desirable: · Experience of working with children/young people and caregivers/parents who are involved in Tusla child welfare/child protection/child in care services. Experience of working with parents with mental health and/or addiction issues Experience working in the area of disability and advocating on behalf of clients with other agencies Salary & Benefits: The gross salary per annum on offer for this 2 days per week part-time permanent post is up to a maximum of €18,447.20 commensurate with experience. This gross salary per annum will increase x 2% in April 2026 and a further 2% in October 2026. There is no undertaking thereafter of any further pay increases into the future.10.5 days annual leave per annum for this 2 days per week, part-time permanent contract of employment, excluding Public Holiday entitlement pro-rated for part-time staff. Free access to Employee Assistance Programme Services via VHI. Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Membership on successful completion of 6 months probation. “My Future Fund” Government Pension Scheme applies (mandatory) during the 1st 6 months of probation at 1.5% of salary deduction by employee, matched by Clarecare and 0.5% contribution from Government. Cycle to Work Scheme. Access to full terms of Clarecare’s Sick Pay Scheme on successful completion of probation (6 months duration). Ongoing training & development in the role. NOTE: This job description is provided as a guideline. Unforeseen policy changes or emerging needs of the Service, may create additional/new demands on the post, thus requiring the post holder to fulfil those demands.
Personal Development Assistant
GLO Network ● Are you looking for a real change? ● Do you believe that anyone can reach their full potential given the right environment and supports? ● Do you feel that the system gets in the way of this? Role: Personal Development Assistant Location: Annacotty, Limerick Contract: Part-time (15-25 hours per week) Pay: Competitive If so, then this is your opportunity! GLO Network is now recruiting a Personal Development Assistant to provide an active young man with disabilities the support required to empower him to be happy, fulfilled, and independent. GLO Network is a person centred support network. Its key mission is to support Stephen, a young disabled man, to live an active and fulfilling life rooted in his community. We work as a small, dedicated team to support Stephen to lead decisions around his life through meaningful relationships, community involvement and opportunities that reflect his interests and strengths. GLO Network is HSE funded and affiliated with Áiseanna Tacaíochta (ÁT Network, a non-profit organisation that supports people with disabilities to have greater control, choice and freedom in their lives, ensuring a more inclusive and progressive future for all. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our innovative, supportive, and committed team of Personal Development Assistants here in Annacotty. We will provide you with the support you need to succeed in this unique and rewarding line of work. We also work in partnership with all team members to ensure balanced, flexible working hours. This position is ideal for those who are looking for something new, who are comfortable working on their own initiative and who believe in opportunities for all people to be active citizens in their own community. Essential criteria: ● QQI level 5 qualification in relevant field minimum ● Preferred; 2-3 years experience working in the field of community, health and/or social care ● Full driver’s licence and own vehicle ● Clear verbal and written communication skills ● Enthusiasm and resilience ● Social energy and empathy to relate well with others ● Person-centered ● Ability to act on own initiative and consult with the team where appropriate ● Willingness learn and apply best practice support strategies to empower people with disabilities to integrate into their own community The successful candidate will be required to: ● be an active member of the community ● identify and pursue promising local opportunities ● work occasional evenings, overnights, weekends, and bank holidays If you believe that people can reach their full potential in the right environments with the right supports and want to work as part of a dynamic, collaborative, supportive team, then we would love to hear from you. For further information or to apply for this role, please contact Rachel by phone (083-4358793) or click the APPLY NOW button to upload CV. Don't have a current CV? Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates. Closing date for applications: Monday 30th March 2026
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
